Audiobooks by Kurt Vonnegut

Kurt Vonnegut (Author), Digital Voice Martin G (Narrator)

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The Pioneers of Science Fiction: Final Examination, Keep Your Shape, Jonah of the Jove-Run, Lazarus Come Forth, Of Withered Apples, Piper in the Woods, The Machine That Saved the World, 2 B R 0 2 B, The Other Now, and The Star

"Step into the vast imagination of classic speculative storytelling with The Pioneers of Science Fiction, a powerful anthology featuring some of the most influential voices in the genre’s history. This carefully curated collection brings together visionary works from Kurt Vonnegut, Ray Bradbury, Philip K. Dick, Robert Sheckley, Murray Leinster, and H. G. Wells—authors who shaped modern science fiction and forever changed the way we imagine the future. From time travel and dystopian worlds to alien encounters, advanced technology, and philosophical explorations of humanity, these stories capture the bold ideas that defined science fiction’s golden age and beyond. Each author delivers a unique perspective—Wells’ foundational speculative visions, Bradbury’s poetic cosmic wonder, Dick’s mind-bending realities, Vonnegut’s satirical edge, Sheckley’s sharp wit, and Leinster’s pioneering space adventures."

H.G. Wells, Kurt Vonnegut, Murray Leinster, Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, Robert Sheckley (Author), Alex Freeman, Saethon Williams, Stephen Floyd (Narrator)

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Golden Age Science Fiction Short Stories Anthology: The Vortex Blaster Makes War, The Magnificent Possession, Youth, The Big Trip Up Yonder, The Last of the Masters, Tony and the Beetles, The Creatures That Time Forgot, The Monster Maker, Zero Hour, and W

"Step into the visionary worlds that defined a genre. *Golden Age Science Fiction Short Stories Anthology* brings together unforgettable tales from Isaac Asimov, Kurt Vonnegut, Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, E. E. Smith, and Robert Sheckley—masters who shaped modern science fiction with bold ideas, cosmic adventure, and thought-provoking storytelling. From distant planets and advanced civilizations to sharp social commentary and mind-bending twists, this collection captures the imagination, innovation, and timeless wonder of classic sci-fi at its very best."

Charles Robert Fox, E. E. Smith, Isaac Asimov, Kurt Vonnegut, Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, Robert Sheckley, Steve Bramham (Author), Alex Freeman, Saethon Williams (Narrator)

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Classic Golden Age Science Fiction Short Stories: The Machine That Saved the World, Keep Your Shape, Jonah of the Jove-Run, Lazarus Come Forth, Of Withered Apples, Piper in the Woods, 2 B R 0 2 B, and The Star

"Step into the visionary worlds that shaped modern imagination with Classic Golden Age Science Fiction Short Stories — a powerful anthology featuring some of the most influential voices in speculative fiction. This timeless collection brings together unforgettable works from Kurt Vonnegut, Ray Bradbury, Philip K. Dick, Robert Sheckley, Murray Leinster, and H. G. Wells — pioneers who defined the Golden Age of science fiction and forever changed the landscape of literature. From dystopian futures and mind-bending realities to alien encounters and philosophical explorations of humanity, these stories capture the wonder, danger, and limitless possibility of the cosmos."

H.G. Wells, Kurt Vonnegut, Murray Leinster, Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, Robert Sheckley (Author), Alex Freeman, Saethon Williams, Stephen Floyd (Narrator)

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Pioneers of Science Fiction Short Stories: The Magnificent Possession, Youth, The Big Trip Up Yonder, The Last of the Masters, Tony and the Beetles, The Creatures That Time Forgot, The Monster Maker, Zero Hour, and Watchbird

"Journey into the visionary worlds that shaped modern science fiction. *Pioneers of Science Fiction Short Stories* brings together groundbreaking tales from Isaac Asimov, Kurt Vonnegut, Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, and Robert Sheckley—stories that explore artificial intelligence, distant futures, space travel, and the fragile nature of humanity. This timeless collection captures the imagination, intellect, and daring creativity that defined the golden era of speculative fiction and continues to inspire readers today."

Isaac Asimov, Kurt Vonnegut, Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, Robert Sheckley (Author), Alex Freeman, Charles Robert Fox, Saethon Williams, Steve Bramham (Narrator)

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2 B R 0 2 B

"In a future where aging has been cured and death has been carefully regulated, humanity has achieved what appears to be perfect stability. Population is fixed. Order is absolute. Every new life must be balanced by a willing death. Inside a Chicago hospital, this system is carried out with quiet efficiency. Clerks keep count. Doctors follow protocol. Volunteers step forward. When a man waits for the birth of triplets, the logic of this world presses in on him, forcing a reckoning that no amount of order can soften. First published in 1962, 2 B R 0 2 B is one of Kurt Vonnegut’s most chilling and incisive short works—a clinical dystopia rendered with calm prose, sharp irony, and devastating restraint. The story examines what happens when compassion is replaced by systems, and when moral responsibility is reduced to procedure. Narrated with measured clarity, this recording preserves the story’s unsettling balance between reason and horror, leaving listeners to confront a question that remains disturbingly unresolved."

Kurt Vonnegut (Author), Miguel Khoury (Narrator)

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The Big Trip Up Yonder

"This darkly humorous short story transports listeners to an overcrowded future where anti-aging drugs have created a society where nobody dies and multiple generations are forced to cohabitate. Follow the dysfunctional Ford family as they navigate life under the iron rule of 172-year-old Gramps, whose possession of the family apartment gives him absolute power. When young Lou plots to overthrow the family hierarchy, chaos ensues. Masterfully narrated and capturing Vonnegut's unique blend of science fiction, social commentary, and biting wit, this audiobook brings to life a timeless tale of family tension, immortality's unexpected consequences, and humanity's endless quest for control. Perfect for science fiction fans, Vonnegut enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys thought-provoking stories that challenge our perception of progress."

Kurt Vonnegut (Author), Steve Bramham (Narrator)

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2 B R 0 2 B

"Experience Kurt Vonnegut's gripping dystopian masterpiece, '2 B R 0 2 B,' in this immersive audiobook adaptation. Set in a chilling future where population control is strictly enforced, those who wish to live must find a volunteer to die. A thought-provoking tale of sacrifice, bureaucracy, and the cost of utopia, this short story captures Vonnegut's signature dark humor and sharp social commentary. Perfect for fans of science fiction, satire, and existential dilemmas, this audiobook brings the haunting world of '2 B R 0 2 B' to life with engaging narration and atmospheric storytelling. Listen now and step into a future where death is scheduled—but is life truly free?"

Kurt Vonnegut (Author), Stephen Floyd (Narrator)

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A Rare Recording of Kurt Vonnegut

"Kurt Vonnegut (November 11, 1922 - April 11, 2007) was an American author known for his satirical and darkly humorous novels, including his most famous, Slaughterhouse-Five, published in 1969. His works include fourteen novels, three short-story collections, five plays, and five nonfiction pieces. In the following May 1994 recording, Vonnegut addresses the graduating class of Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York."

Kurt Vonnegut (Author), Kurt Vonnegut (Narrator)

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2br02b

"2 b r 0 2 b is a classic science fiction short story by Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. Regarded by critics and fans alike as one of the most accomplished and witty social commentators of the twentieth century, all of Kurt Vonnegut's unique strengths as a writer shine in the short fiction piece 2 b r 0 2 b. The title is a clever take on Hamlet's famous rhetorical question, 'To be or not to be?' In this brave new world, it's the phone number one calls to schedule an assisted suicide or termination -- both of which are commonplace occurrences in a time when the population is strictly controlled by government mandate."

Kurt Vonnegut (Author), Dennis Sayers (Narrator)

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[Italian] - Stringere la mano a Dio

"Cos’è la scrittura? In due occasioni – la prima in una libreria di Union Square a Manhattan, davanti a un pubblico di diverse centinaia di ascoltatori attenti e calorosi, la seconda durante un pranzo fra amici al Café de Paris – Kurt Vonnegut e Lee Stringer cercano di trovare delle risposte. Così diversi per età, provenienza, educazione, istruzione, entrambi hanno in comune obiettivi e aspirazioni, prima fra tutte quella di scrivere libri che facciano la differenza. E mentre discutono della loro vocazione condivisa ci regalano metafore indimenticabili del processo della scrittura, che non è certo un modo “per fare soldi, ma per prendersi cura delle proprie nevrosi, migliorare se stessi”; e quando si compie “è come stringere la mano a Dio”."

Kurt Vonnegut, Lee Stringer (Author), Edoardo Siravo (Narrator)

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Love, Kurt: The Vonnegut Love Letters, 1941-1945

"A never-before-seen collection of deeply personal love letters from Kurt Vonnegut to his first wife, Jane, compiled and edited by their daughter "If ever I do write anything of length-good or bad-it will be written with you in mind." Kurt Vonnegut's eldest daughter, Edith, was cleaning out her mother's attic when she stumbled upon a dusty, aged box. Inside, she discovered an unexpected treasure: more than two hundred love letters written by Kurt to Jane, spanning the early years of their relationship. The letters begin in 1941, after the former schoolmates reunited at age nineteen, sparked a passionate summer romance, and promised to keep in touch when they headed off to their respective colleges. And they did, through Jane's conscientious studying and Kurt's struggle to pass chemistry. The letters continue after Kurt dropped out and enlisted in the army in 1943, while Jane in turn graduated and worked for the Office of Strategic Services in Washington, D.C. They also detail Kurt's deployment to Europe in 1944, where he was taken prisoner of war and declared missing in action, and his eventual safe return home and the couple's marriage in 1945. Full of the humor and wit that we have come to associate with Kurt Vonnegut, the letters also reveal little-known private corners of his mind. Passionate and tender, they form an illuminating portrait of a young soldier's life in World War II as he attempts to come to grips with love and mortality. And they bring to light the origins of Vonnegut the writer, when Jane was the only person who believed in and supported him supported him, the young couple having no idea how celebrated he would become. A beautiful collection, adapted for audio and interspersed with Edith's insights and family memories, Love, Kurt is an intimate record of a young man growing into himself, a fascinating account of a writer finding his voice, and a moving testament to the life-altering experience of falling in love."

Kurt Vonnegut (Author), Edith Vonnegut, Lucas Hedges (Narrator)

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Audiobooks by Kurt Vonnegut

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